Beijing Yanjing Beer Group Corporation

Beijing Yanjing Brewery (SZSE: 000729) is a brewing company founded in 1980 in Beijing, China. Yanjing Beer (燕京啤酒) was designated as the official beer served at state banquets in the Great Hall of the People (人民大会堂) in February 1995.

Production and Ranking

In 2013, the company produced 57.1 million hectoliters of beer, making it the 8th largest brewery in the world and the 3rd largest in China.

Products

The brewery primarily produces pale lagers under the Yanjing brand, along with other brands such as Liquan (琉泉), Huiquan (汇泉), and Xuelu (雪露). The Beijing Yanjing Beer Group Corporation has evolved from the original Yanjing Brewery into a leader in the industry, known for its quality products.

Development and Quality

Established in 1980, the corporation completed its shareholding restructuring in 1997, forming Beijing Yanjing Beer Co., Ltd. (北京燕京啤酒有限公司), which ranks first in both total output and profit within China’s beer industry. Yanjing Beer uses natural mineral water sourced from the pristine YanShan Mountain (燕山), providing a clean, smooth, and refreshing taste.

Cultural Significance

Yanjing Beer is often referred to as “the real taste of China,” reflecting its popularity among the typical Chinese populace. Additionally, it is recognized as the State Beer of China and was an official beer sponsor of the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics, a distinction held by only the top-tier breweries.